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Modal yarn,
a soft, silky, sustainable beechwood-derived fiber, is excellent for weaving, offering a luxurious drape, high absorbency, vibrant color, and durability, making it great for apparel, home textiles (like towels), and blends with cotton, silk, or wool for unique textures and performance. It's a type of rayon, known for its smoothness and breathability, providing a silk-like feel without the high cost, available in various counts for different weaving needs. 
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Rayon,Modal & Viscose Yarns
Michigan Fine Yarns
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Get the finest fiber experience with Michigan Fine Yarns' collection of rayon, viscose & modal yarns. Perfect for creating luxury garments & accessories.
$4 to $20Free delivery over $10030-day returns
Rayon, Modal, & Viscose Yarn
WEBS Yarn Store
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WEBS Yarn Store
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Modal yarns are comparable to mercerized cotton, with a wonderfully smooth and soft touch. More absorbent than cotton, modal based yarns would make great bath ...Read more
Shine Sport Pima Cotton/Modal Knitting Yarn
Knit Picks
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Knit Picks
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The touch of Modal made from beech wood fiber gives the Pima cotton a lustrous depth akin to silk, but without the cost or special care silk requires.Read more
$5.99(145)Free delivery over $74.9990-day returns
Modal Yarn
Tianjin Glory Tang Textile Co., Ltd
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Tianjin Glory Tang Textile Co., Ltd
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Modal fiber is soft, smooth, bright in color, the fabric feels particularly soft, and the cloth surface has a bright luster. It has better drape than existing ...Read more
Popular products
- Valley Yarns Peruvian cotton/modal/silk 50g/92 yd skein, natural (Regular)Merry Pin
Valley Yarns Peruvian cotton/modal/silk 50g/92 yd skein, natural (Regular)Merry PinLighter than most yarn - 24% OFFValley Yarns Goshen 5 Ball Value Pack - Green Apple (10) 48% Cotton 46% Modal 6% SilkLoveCraftsFree delivery on $65+(392)24% OFFValley Yarns Goshen 5 Ball Value Pack - Green Apple (10) 48% Cotton 46% Modal 6% SilkLoveCraftsFree delivery on $65+(392)Good texture (188 user reviews)
- Lot of 8 Skeins Ice Yarns BABY MODAL Hand Knitting YarnIce Yarns & moreLot of 8 Skeins Ice Yarns BABY MODAL Hand Knitting YarnIce Yarns & moreHeavier than most yarn
- 24% OFFValley Yarns Goshen 10 Ball Value Pack - Steel (26) 48% Cotton 46% Modal 6% SilkLoveCraftsFree delivery on $65+(392)24% OFFValley Yarns Goshen 10 Ball Value Pack - Steel (26) 48% Cotton 46% Modal 6% SilkLoveCraftsFree delivery on $65+(392)Good texture (188 user reviews)
- Bonsai: Beige-Grey-Camel (200) - 50% Modal - 40% Cotton - 10% PolyamideKatia USA & moreFree delivery on $65+Bonsai: Beige-Grey-Camel (200) - 50% Modal - 40% Cotton - 10% PolyamideKatia USA & moreFree delivery on $65+Cotton · Blue, Pink, Purple, Green, ...
Natural Synthetic Yarns - Tencel, Modal, Rayon, & Viscose
Warped Fibers
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Jan 19, 2022 — In fact, modal tends to be even softer and more breathable than Tencel. A downside, though, is that it is hard to find yarn that is purely modal ...Read more
Modal Yarn Collection - Soft, Breathable Fibers
Ice Yarns
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Ice Yarns
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Explore our modal yarn selection in various weights and styles. Perfect for knitting soft, breathable garments. Shop Ice Yarns for premium modal today.
$6 to $14$14.95 delivery30-day returns
Modal CMD - Introduction
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Modal is soft, comfortable and has a good drape. In comparison with regular viscose rayon, it has a better tenacity and a better moisture absorption.Read more
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What kind of yarn is modal?
Modal is a second generation regenerated cellulosic fiber and a variation of rayon (viscose). Lenzing's TENCEL™ branded Modal fibers are extracted from naturally grown beech wood grown in PEFC-certified (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) European forests.
Modal - Textile Exchange
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What kind of yarn is best for weaving?
The best yarn for weaving depends on the project, but generally, look for tightly spun, strong, multi-ply yarns like cotton (especially 8/2 or 8/4 for towels/home goods), linen, or bamboo for durable warp, while softer, loftier yarns (wool, alpaca, silk) work well as weft for garments and shawls; for beginners, affordable acrylics are great for learning. Key factors are strength (for warp), drape, texture, and the project's intended use (e.g., absorbency for towels, softness for apparel).
Popular Yarn Types for Weaving
- Cotton: Versatile, absorbent, strong (mercerized is extra strong), great for kitchen towels, placemats, and garments.
- Linen: Strong, gets softer with washing, beautiful drape, good for apparel and home textiles.
- Wool/Alpaca: Soft, warm, good drape, ideal for scarves, shawls, and cozy items; avoid lofty wools for weft-faced weaving as they pack too much.
- Silk: Adds sheen and luxury; silk noil offers texture for both warp and weft.
- Bamboo: Soft, lustrous, great drape, good for light, airy textiles.
- Acrylic: Affordable, durable, easy to wash; excellent for beginners and practice projects.
This video provides recommendations for beginner weavers:
Glynis Brooke
YouTube · Jun 11, 2025
Warp vs. Weft Yarn Choices
- Warp (Lengthwise Threads):Needs to be very strong to withstand tension and friction on the loom. Cotton, linen, or strong silk are excellent choices.
- Weft (Crosswise Threads):Can be softer or more textured to create the fabric's hand and look. Choose based on desired drape and feel (e.g., wool for softness, cotton for absorbency).
You can watch this video to learn about the differences between 8/4 weaving yarns:
Yarn Barn of Kansas
YouTube · Apr 17, 2025
Tips for Choosing
- Project Goal:Towels need absorbent, strong yarn; scarves need softness and drape; wall hangings can use textured yarns.
- Yarn Construction:Tightly spun, multi-ply yarns (2-ply or 4-ply) are stronger than single-ply.
- Yarn Weight:Thicker yarns (worsted) weave faster but show warp more; thinner yarns (DK/sport) create denser fabric.
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What size yarn should I use when weaving?
The bulky sized yarns will make your weaving quicker, however they will also show your warp thread. If you want a tighter weave th...
The Weaving Loom
Tapestry yarns! Which are good and why? - Rebecca Mezoff
Feb 21, 2019 — What makes a good tapestry yarn? * A firm yarn that is not lofty. Lofty yarns pack in too much which means you have t...
Rebecca Mezoff
Yarns I recommend for a weaving beginner
Jun 11, 2025 — because if your warp tension is not 100% correct your elastic yarns will kind of autocorrect up to a point obviously i...
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Beginner Weavers - choosing yarn
Apr 2, 2020 — make sure it passes oh see look at that doesn't pass the tug test it comes right apart make sure that it does pass the ...
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How to Choose the Best Warp Yarn for Weaving
Warp Yarn For Weaving Scarves, Shawls, or Apparel If you are making a wool, silk, or alpaca shawl, you likely won't be beating as ...
Gist Yarn
Choosing the Best Yarn for Your Weaving Projects - Thread Collective
Dec 30, 2024 — Texture and Drape The texture of your yarn significantly influences both the appearance and the feel of your finished ...
threadcollective.com.au
how to choose a weft yarn - Weaver House
Jan 3, 2024 — This yarn is soft and adds a light texture to any woven textile. * bc garn lino. This linen is softer than most pure l...
Weaver House
Weaving Yarn: Types, Characteristics, and Applications
Jul 9, 2024 — Weaving yarns are usually two- or four-ply. These work best because plied yarns tend to be stronger and more durable, m...
Meridian Mill House
Best Weaving Yarn for Warp & Weft (Ultimate Guide) - Hemptique
Hemptique
How to Weave with Cotton - Gather Textiles
Cotton is an incredibly versatile weaving fibre that can be made into a wide range of practical textiles. Like wool, cotton makes ...
Gather Textiles
Geeking Out: Wool Yarn - Know-how for the rigid heddle loom
Feb 27, 2017 — Yarns that are worsted spun, tightly plied, and smooth are traditionally thought of as good weaving yarns. Woolen spun...
Yarnworker
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What is modal for spinning and weaving?
Modal is a viscose type material, mainly originating from beech wood. It is available in two types, the HWM type (high wet modulus) and the polynosics type. Furthermore, modal distinguishes itself from normal viscose rayon by a slightly different production method. Modal is also closely related to Lyocell or Cupro.
Modal CMD - Introduction - Swicofil
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Does modal fabric fray?
As a knit fabric, modal won't fray and doesn't need to be ironed but we recommend a gentle wash before cutting your pattern.
Introducing our New Eco Micromodal fabric! - Ray Stitch
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Modal
Runteks Industrial Group Co., Ltd
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Runteks Industrial Group Co., Ltd
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Modal is a type of yarn which is mixed with the silky type of fiber. It is derived from the beech trees. The modal yarn is semi-synthetic in nature.
Modal Product Series: Modal Yarn - Peony & Buyoh Co., Ltd.
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The modal yarn produced by our company adopts the modal fiber produced by Lenzing Austria, which has higher strength, significantly improved wet strength.Read more
Cotton Modal & Cotton Tencel yarns
Shuttles and Needles
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Shuttles and Needles
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Sep 11, 2016 — Knit/ Crochet/ Weave shawls & tops with these lovely yarns available in gorgeous colours! Available in mini-cones of 200g each. Shuttles ...Read more
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